Chief Engineer First Assistant Engineer

Chief Engineer First Assistant Engineer

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Training programs for Chief and First Assistant Engineers include:

  • Engineering principles and application of thermodynamics for climate control and efficient machinery operations involving diesel engines, boilers, gas turbines and electrical, electronics and control engineering applications on board ships
  • Operation, maintenance, and safety of ship machinery, equipment, and spaces for the conduct and performance of engines and economical use of consumable supplies, stores , water, fuel and lube oil with control of ship-source pollution of the environment
  • Discussion of US and international regulations for pollution prevention and various inspection regimes that affects vessel operation
  • Shipboard safety including the safe working practices, risk management, emergency preparations and required response under emergencies for shipboard fire, machinery breakdown and other accidents are part of the curriculum.

Course Topics:

Expected Availability - September 2022

Q730 – Motor Plants
Q730 – Motor Propulsion
Q730 – Steam Generators


Q740 - Engineering Safety & Environmental Protection
Q740 - Safety
Q740 - Emerg Equipt-Lifesaving Appl


Q750 - General Subjects
Q750 - Electricity-Electronics-Control Eng.
Q750 - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Q750 - Management Level

The Benefits of Online Courses

  • Flexible course enrollment
  • Interactive online program proctored by industry experts
  • Affordable and convenient with volume license discounts for corporate customers
  • USCG approved certificate of completion issued upon successful program completion and proctored exam at an Mariner Skills approved site.

Upon registration, courses are conveniently accessible online for candidates to participate at their own pace and on their own schedule.